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6945 Imperial Ave, San Diego, CA, 92114

17beds
15baths
3,980sqft
$1,199,000
$301price/sqft
$7,788/moest. monthly cost
$311,520/yrincome needed

About This Home

Rare opportunity to acquire a five-unit apartment investment with immediate cash flow, value-add potential, and flexible long-term strategies. Situated on a prominent corner parcel with Commercial CC-4-5 zoning within a Transit Priority Area, the property offers multiple paths to increase value in one of San Diego's strongest rental markets. Convert the lower level back to retail, office space, salon, personal services and retain the tenants upstairs. Perfect for small business owners as a live/work space. Or maximize income through rental stabilization while creating plans for a mixed-use redevelopment project. The property currently features two tenant occupied 2-bedroom/1-bath apartments on the second floor, two tenant occupied 1-bedroom/1-bath apartments on the main level, and one vacant studio on the first floor, providing immediate lease-up potential. Current income is supported by long-term tenancy, while below-market rents offer significant opportunity for future growth. (see suppl) Additional income potential includes an owner-owned coin-operated laundry room and four storage rooms that may be leased separately to increase cash flow. Six off-street parking spaces and a shared rear courtyard with pergola. Prior to residential use on the main level, there was a construction office and hair salon, so the new owner could potentially convert back to retail space. The upper-level units feature private exterior entrances, while the lower level offers convenient ground-floor access. Commercial CC-4-5 zoning and the property's location within a Transit Priority Area provide added flexibility for investors seeking long-term appreciation and future redevelopment potential. Buyers are encouraged to verify all zoning, permitted uses, and development opportunities with the City of San Diego. Conveniently located with quick access to Downtown San Diego, major freeways, public transportation, shopping, dining, and employment centers, this is a compelling opportunity for investors seeking stable in-place income with meaningful upside through lease optimization, additional ancillary income, and long-term strategic positioning.

Getting Around

55
WalkingSomewhat Walkable
38
TransitSome Transit
38
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

5/10
Audubon K-8Grades K-81.1 mi
7/10
Morse High SchoolGrades 9-120.8 mi
5/10
Bell Middle SchoolGrades 6-81.8 mi

Construction

Materials

  • Roof: Other/Remarks
  • Construction materials: Remarks

Type & Style

  • Home type: MultiFamily
  • Property subType: Multi Family

Interior

Appliances

  • Laundry features: Owned

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 17
  • Bathrooms: 15
  • Full bathrooms: 15

Features

  • Flooring: Other/Remarks,Slab

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Central Forced Air Gas,Wall,Other/Remarks
  • Cooling features: None

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 3,980
  • Total interior livable area: 3,980 sqft

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 5810203000
  • Zoning: COMMERCIAL
  • Zoning description: COMMERCIAL

Features

  • Levels: 2 Story
  • Stories: 2

Lot

  • Lot size: 6,534 sqft

Parking

  • Total spaces: 6
  • Parking features: Spaces,Other/Remarks

Climate Risk is Financial Risk

Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.

Biggest Threats for This Home

  • Earthquake
    EarthquakeModerate
  • Heat Wave
    Heat WaveModerate
  • Wildfire
    WildfireModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Earthquake
Heat Wave
Wildfire

FEMA Declared Disasters in San Diego County and California

Earthquake
Flood
Mud Landslide
Severe Storm
Tropical Storm
Winter Storm

Understanding the Costs

Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.

Estimated Costs Today

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $6,062$72,744
Home Insurance *$204$2,448
Property Taxes $669$8,028
Electricity $853$10,241
Total$7,788$93,456
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$267,017/yr
40% on housing$233,640/yr
45% on housing$207,680/yr

California FAIR Plan Programs

California FAIR Plan Association

Covered
WildfireWildfire
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Current Policies
Residential: 417,310Commercial: 13,990
Total Premiums$1.42B
Total Exposure$429.84B

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 8.9%
8.9%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 4.3%
4.3%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: 1.1%
1.1%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$301This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 92114$443
San Diego County$559

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 92114$534
San Diego County$576

Current Market Trends

Median Price Per Square Foot

The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-07-16Listed for sale$1,199,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentDarin Triolo
BrokerageKeller Williams Realty

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